The duties will vary according to the practice requirements and the individuals competencies, but an outline of the duties and responsibilities which may be undertaken is provided below: Plan, manage and complete episodes of care, working in partnership with others and delegating, referring as appropriate, to optimise health outcomes and resource use, as well as providing direct support and subject matter expert advice to patients and clients. Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment, interventions and care for patients as appropriate, delivering evidence based care in line with NSF, NICE guidelines. Prescribing and reviewing medication that is appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with latest evidence based practice, national and practice protocols and within the scope of qualified practice. Request diagnostic investigations such as x-ray, blood tests and scans, and interpret within agreed protocols. Undertake and interpret a range of diagnostic tests and routine clinical procedures, e.g. cytology, venepuncture, blood pressure monitoring ete based on individual competency and relevant qualifications. Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver safe and high-quality care to patients in healthcare setting and in their homes. Carry out clinical nursing practice at an advanced level using expert clinical skills, critical judgements and knowledge to deliver appropriate and safe care. Provide advanced, specialist nursing care to patients as required in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF. Provide clinics to patients based on individual competence e.g. chronic diseases, diabetes, asthma, COPD, womens health (HRT, contraception, family planning). Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies. Take responsibility for own personal and professional development. Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of patient consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures. Ensure accurate and legible notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded in the patients notes in accordance with practice policy. Act as a mentor for junior staff, assessing competence against set standards where appropriate. Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care and motivational interviewing techniques as required. For more information on key duties and responsibilities please see the attached job description.